Top 10 textile trousers From the votes of 12,000 readers, here are your top 10 textile trousers. Save cash on motorcycle trousers 1. Alpinestars ST-5 Drystar, RRP: £179.99MCN Shop best price: £179.99 from Midlands SuperbikesThe ST-5 is Alpinestars’ leading textile jean. They’re made from tear resistant 660D ‘Taslon’, which is a form of coated nylon. It has an Alpinestars Drystar waterproof and breathable internal membrane, a multi-stitched main seam construction and removable thermal lining.MCN Biking Britain Survey resultsOverall  80%Comfort 77%Fit  80%Looks  74%Quality  83% 2. Rukka Unit GTX, RRP: £339.99MCN Shop best price: £339.99 +£4.99 from M&PMade from cordura 500, Rukka’s Unit trousers have soft CE-approved armour as well as additional layers of cordura in the ‘crash’ zones. They have Gore-Tex Performance Z-liners claimed to guarantee lasting breathability as well as being wind and waterproof, while their removable thermal linings provide additional insulation if required.

MCN Biking Britain Survey resultsOverall  80%Comfort 80%Fit  80%Looks  69%Quality  80% 3. RST Rift, RRP: £89.99MCN Shop best price: £89.99 from Midlands SuperbikesThe Rift trouser is made up of an outer mix of 600D polyester and 1680D ballistic nylon. They have Knox armour at the knees, air intakes on the front of the jean and extractors at the back and a waterproof and breathable membrane. There are no zips at the ankles for reasons of riding comfort.MCN Biking Britain Survey resultsOverall  76%Comfort 77%Fit  75%Looks  75%Quality  76% 4. Frank Thomas Raptor, RRP: £129.99MCN Shop best price: N/AThe outer construction of these Raptor trousers is an abrasion resistant mix of nylon and polyester with ballistic nylon sections. It has a breathable and waterproof liner, CE approved armour at the knees, a fully detachable thermal liner, reflective piping and an airflow system.MCN Biking Britain Survey resultsOverall  76%Comfort 77%Fit  76%Looks  75%Quality  75%

5. RST Paragon, RRP: £139.99MCN Shop best price: £139.99 from the Sports Bike ShopThe Paragon is a mix of 600D polyester and 1680D ballistic nylon. It has Knox armour at the knees, a touring cut for comfort, front air intakes and a waterproof zipper, reflective piping, a removable quilted liner and a waterproof and breathable membrane. motorbike shop mt isaMCN Biking Britain Survey resultsOverall  75%Comfort 75%Fit  71%Looks  76%Quality  78%motorcycle test centre nottingham 6. Ixon Climber, RRP: £98.99MCN Shop best price: £98.99 +£5P&P from The BikerStoreThe Climber has a removable winter lining, adjustable belt fastener at the waist, foam padding on the hips and on the rear of the pants, Velcro adjustment on the cuffs, stretch panels at the knees and reflective piping all round the garment for improved safety whilst riding at night. uvex motorcycle boots

MCN Biking Britain Survey resultsOverall  75%Comfort 78%Fit  78%Looks  67%Quality  75% 7. Buffalo Phantom, RRP: £69.99MCN Shop best price: £69.99 +£4.99P&P from Busters Accessories Buffalo claim this is a 100% waterproof pair of riding pants. They have an insulating liner, an elasticised waistband for closer fit and comfort, a zipped gusset at the ankles and an outer made entirely of heavy-duty tear-resistant nylon. motorcycle sales ayrshireMCN Biking Britain Survey resultsOverall  72%Comfort 76%Fit  72%Looks  56%Quality  68%motorcycles for sale in okinawa 8. Spada Milan, RRP: £49.95MCN Shop best price: £44.95 +£2.99P&P from The BikerStoreThe Milan textile trousers are claimed to be 100% breathable and waterproof. used kendon motorcycle lift for sale

They have a fixed quilted thermal lining, CE approved armour fitted at the knees, an elasticised waistband, two outer pockets and a zip and Velcro closure. MCN Biking Britain Survey resultsOverall  72%Comfort 74%Fit  71%Looks  70%Quality  73% 9. Buffalo Imola, RRP: £54.99 MCN Shop best price: £39.99 +£4.99P&P from M&PThe Imola is a claimed waterproof textile trouser with a heavy-duty 100% polyester outer. It has reflective detailing, a thermo insulated liner, a waterproof membrane. CE armour fitted at the knees and a thermal liner that can be zipped out. The waist fastener is a Velcro half belt.MCN Biking Britain Survey resultsOverall  69%Comfort 68%Fit  68%Looks  63%Quality  65% 10. Duchini Airstream, RRP: £69.98MCN Shop best price: £69.99 +£4.99P&P from Busters AccessoriesThis is more of a summer jean to go with the Airstream jacket, thanks to mesh panels. The jeans do have CE armour fitted to the knees, a claimed 100% abrasion-resistant polyester outer, elasticised panels behind the knees for comfort, reflective piping and a connection zipper to a jacket.

MCN Biking Britain Survey resultsOverall  68%Comfort 80%Fit  76%Looks  72%Motorcycling is one of the most exhilarating modes of transport there is, however it is also seen as one of the most dangerous considering the vulnerability of the rider. That is why we have a huge range of motorcycle armour and protective equipment focussed purely on giving you, the rider the highest levels of protection possible. Class leading back protectors, Chest guards, knee and elbow pads manufactured by the countries best, Knox and Forcefield who both offer some of the best CE approved equipment on the market. Knox V14 Venture Armoured Shirt Knox Upgrade Chest Protector Knox Trooper Top Black Tuzo Scorpion Armoured Jacket Dixon GP Adult Neck Brace Dixon GP Junior Neck Brace Forcefield Action Shorts Pro Armour XL Forcefield Back Insert Pro 2 007 Forcefield Pro Shirt without Back Insert Grey XL Forcefield Superlite Back Insert L1 Forcefield Upgrade Armour Elbow Kit